Data Analyst, Data Analytics & GIS Unit at Addis Ababa by Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA) - Milkta Chereta Leading Tigray Tender Announcement Portal

Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA)
Position	Data Analyst, Data Analytics & GIS Unit
Posted Date	2019-05-31 00:00:00
Closing Date	2019-06-07
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Description	Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA)Vacancy AnnouncementPosition: Data Analyst, Data Analytics & GIS Unit (Re-advert)- Term of Employment: Through July 2020- Duty Station(s): Addis Ababa- Required Number: One- Salary & Benefits: Competitive- Application Deadline: June 07, 2019 POSITION SUMMARY:• The Data Analyst will report to the Manager of the Data Analytics & GIS Unit, will be responsible for supporting the establishment of this new Unit and its effective functioning as a provider of best-in-class tools and services to ATA teams and staff. The successful candidate will have experience with database development and management, data analytics and visualization, and GIS and geospatial analysis approaches. He or she will also have advanced skills and experience with related software tools. Specific experience in government, the development sector and/or agriculture in particular is desirable, as is a clear passion for improving the lives of smallholder farmers.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:• Contribute to development and regular updating of data management and governance guidelines, data dictionaries, data models, and other documents required to support effective data provision,• Lead database structuring and management, including regular acquisition and integration of data from partners, data validation, data cleaning and processing, and release to user including training and trouble-shooting• Prioritize and complete basic requests for data extracts, data manipulation, analysis, visualization, and GIS mapping, and support on more complex requests, ensuring high-quality service provision• Support the piloting, implementation, administration and ongoing enhancement of systems and tools, including roll-out of MS Power BI, Arc GIS Desktop and other applications to users• Regularly identify and implement refinements in own areas of responsibility and approach for engaging with other ATA staff / users
Educational Requirements	Bachelor's
Desired Skills	REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, GIS, Mathematics, Statistics, or another relevant field from a reputable university required • At least five years of experience required in areas related to database development and management, data analytics and visualization and GIS and geospatial analysis • Demonstrated skills and experience with three or more of following software tools: MS Excel, MS Access, MS Power BI, GIS Software (ArcGIS, QGIS), Tableau, SAS, R, Statistical Software (MATLAB, SPSS, STATA), Database Management (MySQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, or others) • Skills and experience with one or more of the following programming languages preferred: SQL, C#, Python, Java • Experience in implementation and administration of data sharing portal and mobile data collection platforms is preferred. • Interest and experience in the development sector or public sector, and in agriculture, preferred • Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively on data, IT systems and analytical topics • Highly collaborative working style, drive for learning, and receptiveness to coaching and feedback • Strong set of personal values including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service • Prepare end user manuals and documentations. • Perform related additional tasks when assigned by the immediate supervisor. • Fluency in English and Amharic required
Experience Requirements	5-10 years
How to apply	• We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to send (i) a cover letter and (ii) CV (maximum 5 pages) at https://apply.ata.gov.et• Also, please DO NOT submit scans of certificates with your application form.• Women are highly encouraged to apply.• Only short listed candidates will be contacted.